This is the 1908th most frequent Dutch word.
sinterklaas
A traditional Dutch holiday figure based on Saint Nicholas, celebrated on December 5th with gift-giving and festivities.
Sinterklaas is used as a proper noun referring to the Dutch Saint Nicholas figure.
Sinterklaas komt elk jaar met zijn stoomboot aan.
Sinterklaas arrives every year with his steamboat.
Sinterklaas is used referring to the cultural figure who gives gifts to children.
Kinderen leggen hun schoenen voor Sinterklaas.
Children put out their shoes for Sinterklaas.
Sinterklaas is referenced in a narrative context, as part of Dutch traditions.